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Player Grades from the Heat’s overtime win over the Clippers

The Heat built an early lead, absorbed a brutal second-quarter run, then fought all the way back in overtime behind big nights from Bam and Klay. Somewhere between the 31-4 Clippers run and Klay’s game-winner with one second left, Miami…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 5:30 PM
Player Grades from the Heat’s overtime win over the Clippers
Key Things to Know
  • Tony Morris assigned player grades following the Miami Heat's overtime victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
  • Klay Thompson earned an A after scoring 30 points and sinking the game-winning 3-pointer with one second left.
  • Bam Adebayo received an A- after delivering a season-high 35 points alongside 10 rebounds.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tony Morris evaluates the Miami Heat's individual performances following their overtime comeback victory against the Los Angeles Clippers. Klay Thompson received an 'A' grade after hitting eight 3-pointers and the game-winning shot with one second remaining in overtime to finish with 30 points. Bam Adebayo earned an 'A-' grade, recording a season-high 35 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists to anchor the team's rally.

Morris gave Giannis Antetokounmpo a 'B+' for contributing 27 points, 14 rebounds, and six assists despite some late-game miscues. Davion Mitchell and Bobby Portis each received 'B' grades for their defensive and hustle contributions, while Andrew Wiggins received the lowest grade with a 'D' after scoring just three points in 23 minutes.

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